Press Release - 9th November 2010

During a presentation ceremony at the Royal Aeronautical Society the President of the Society, AVM David Couzens, accepted a copy of the brand new Encyclopedia of Aerospace Engineering. The presentation took place at the Society’s London headquarters, No 4 Hamilton Place on 3rd November. Many Members of the Royal Aeronautical Society have contributed to the Encyclopedia, which represents a major publishing initiative to establish a high quality, print and online reference work that will enhance education, training and research in this complex and demanding field.

Published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd the Encyclopedia of Aerospace Engineering is the first largescale reference work to address the entire range of engineering and scientific principles of air and spacecraft design, construction and operation. In nine themed volumes it provides an unparalleled exposition of essential scientific concepts and their application to current engineering practice, laying a foundation for further research and study in specialist information sources. Extensive cross-referencing and online updating will ensure its unique, ongoing contribution to the engineering literature.

In recognition of the Society’s endorsement of, and contribution to, the Encyclopedia AVM David Couzens was presented with a copy for the Society’s National Aerospace Library. AVM Couzens commented “I am particularly impressed with the depth of research and information contained in the Encyclopedia. Many Society members have been able to contribute on a wide range of subjects making this Encyclopedia an invaluable and comprehensive reference source. The Society, along with our colleagues from the AIAA, are proud to have been associated with this endeavour.”

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Notes for Editors: About the Royal Aeronautical Society

The Royal Aeronautical Society is the world’s only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community. Established in 1866 to further the art, science and engineering of aeronautics, the Society has been at the forefront of developments in aerospace ever since.

The Society promotes the highest professional standards in all aerospace disciplines and is a key provider of specialist information on aspects of aerospace. In addition the Society acts as a central forum for the exchange of ideas and plays a leading role in influencing opinion on aerospace matters. There are currently over 17,000 members of the Royal Aeronautical Society in 100+ countries; members meet regularly via the Society’s network of 60+ Branches and Divisions. More than 175 companies and organisations have become Corporate Partners of the Society while the Society also features 24 groups focusing on specialist areas with the aerospace industry. Every year the Society holds 400+ conferences, lectures and events.

Press Release - 23rd September 2010

The Royal Aeronautical Society is launching a challenge to young people in the United Kingdom that will give them the chance to meet British born NASA Astronaut, Dr Piers Sellers. The challenge is for the young people to explain how space exploration has inspired them. The winners will have the opportunity to share their story and be further inspired by meeting with Dr Piers Sellers, NASA Astronaut and veteran of three Shuttle Missions.

To widen the challenge as much as possible it has been split into three different age categories.

In the group from 8 to10 years of age, the pupils are being challenged to submit a question they would like to ask an Astronaut.

In the age group 11 to 14 the challenge is the pupils to write 300 words, or make a 3 minute video, about a space related event or achievement that has they have found inspirational.

Finally in the age category 15 to 18 the challenge is to submit a longer written submission (500 words+) or a longer video (up to 4 minutes).

All entries will need to be submitted to the Royal Aeronautical Society for judging and the winners will subsequently be notified they will be meeting with Dr Sellers at the Society’s London headquarters, No 4 Hamilton Place. All entrants will receive complimentary student Membership of the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Dr Sellers will deliver the prestigious 2010 Wilbur and Orville Wright Lecture at the Royal Aeronautical Society on December 9th, 2010. The 3 contest winners, each aged 8-11, 12- 14 or 15-18 will be given the opportunity to meet and speak with Dr Sellers for half an hour immediately before the lecture. The Challenge has been devised to encourage school pupils in the United Kingdom to become involved in space exploration and to promote the career opportunities in the aerospace sector and associated disciplines.

The Royal Aeronautical Society is seeking media partners to support the promotion of the Challenge. Press Partners will be given advance information and exclusive access for the photo opportunity with Dr Piers Sellers and the winners of the Challenge. If this is of interest please contact Sam Phillips on 020 7670 4371

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Notes for Editors: About the Royal Aeronautical Society

The Royal Aeronautical Society is the world’s only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community. Established in 1866 to further the art, science and engineering of aeronautics, the Society has been at the forefront of developments in aerospace ever since.

The Society promotes the highest professional standards in all aerospace disciplines and is a key provider of specialist information on aspects of aerospace. In addition the Society acts as a central forum for the exchange of ideas and plays a leading role in influencing opinion on aerospace matters. There are currently over 17,000 members of the Royal Aeronautical Society in 100+ countries; members meet regularly via the Society’s network of 60+ Branches and Divisions. More than 175 companies and organisations have become Corporate Partners of the Society while the Society also features 24 groups focusing on specialist areas with the aerospace industry. Every year the Society holds 400+ conferences, lectures and events.

Press Release - 1st September 2010

New Corporate Partner Member supports RAeS digital media aspirations.

The Royal Aeronautical Society continues to grow its online presence thanks to the support of the latest new RAeS corporate partner member - Specialist Technology Aerospace Group (STAG Aerospace). Go To Item

Press Release - 19th August 2010

At the RAF’s Annual Chief of Staff Support Conference on 18 August, the Royal Aeronautical Society is pleased to announce its new streamlined route to Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration for engineering professionals in the armed forces. Go To Item

Press Release - 16th July 2010

At the 2010 Farnborough International Airshow the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is going “digital”. The world’s oldest aviation institution is proving yet again that is at the forefront of innovation by launching a series of digital channels/platforms which will keep visitors informed of the Society’s activities and presence at Farnborough. Go To Item

Press Release - 2nd July 2010

Bill Read, the Features Editor of the Royal Aeronautical Society’s flagship publication Aerospace International, has received two nominations for the prestigious Aerospace Journalist of the Year Awards. The Awards takes place annually and hundreds of articles are submitted, so to be nominated for two awards is quite an achievement. Mr Read has been short-listed in the Propulsion Category, for his article “Power Plants” and the Systems & Technology Category for his article “Small is Beautiful” (read here). Go To Item

Press Release - 4th June 2010

On 24 June 2010 the Royal Aeronautical Society’s presentation of Written Paper Prizes will be held at the headquarters of the Society at No.4 Hamilton Place, London W1.

This will be held in conjunction with the Sopwith Lecture, ‘UAS Systems and the Future’. The evenings lecture will be given by Darryl Davis, President of Phantom Works for the Boeing Defence, Space & Security business unit of the Boeing Company. Go To Item

Press Release - 25 May 2010

The Royal Aeronautical Society is the venue for a premiere of a brand new Channel 4 TV documentary – Fighting The Red Baron. Channel 4 has chosen the Society’s headquarters, No 4 Hamilton Place, London, to preview the programme to a prestigious audience of Society members, invited guests, cast and production crew. Go To Item

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At the 145th Annual General Meeting of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), held on 19th May, AVM David Couzens was officially handed the Presidential chain of office by outgoing President Dr Mike Steeden (RAeS President 2009-2010). Go To Item

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The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is keenly anticipating the lift off of the final flight of the Space Shuttle Atlantis, which is set to launch on 14th May. The reason for the anticipation is because British-born astronaut Dr Piers Sellers is taking the travelling medal of the President of the Royal Aeronautical Society on board. The President’s travelling medal is a lighter weight version of the Presidents official medal of office, normally the President carries the travelling medal when visiting the extensive network of branches of the Royal Aeronautical Society. Go To Item

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The Royal Aeronautical Society was honoured when HRH Lt Gen Abdulrahman bin Fahad Al-Faisal, Commander Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) visited the Society’s London headquarters, No 4 Hamilton Place. As part of his visit HRH LT Gen Fahad Al-Faisal presented a painting of an English Electric Lightning to Dr Mike Steeden, President of the Royal Aeronautical Society, in celebration of the strengthening bond between the Royal Saudi Air Force and the Society. Go To Item

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The Royal Aeronautical Society’s (RAeS) annual conference concluded yesterday. The final presentations highlighted the contrast between the enormous potential for future wealth creation, exports and high-tech employment that could be generated in the UK aerospace sector with the warning that this could be put at risk if an incoming government ignored the need to adopt a more strategic investment agenda. The conference speakers, representing leading global businesses, academic institutions and aviation and defence organisations, provided a wide ranging series of presentations and Q&A sessions. The topics discussed stretched from the recent air travel crisis caused by volcanic ash to future prospects for safer and more environmentally friendly air traffic management, air finance, the expanding prospects for British involvement in space access and the changing needs and threats in defence. Go To Item

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At the first day of the Royal Aeronautical Society’s annual conference – Aerospace 2010:Beyond the Horizon, a team of speakers, issued a stark warning – “The UK aerospace industry needs more investment in research and development in order to survive”. Go To Item

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The Royal Aeronautical Society’s Annual Conference opens today. The two-day event brings together speakers from industry and academia taking a long view about prospects for aerospace and aviation. The conference will address the growing financial and strategic uncertainties affecting the sector. A key theme is the continuing importance of investing in new technology to meet environmental challenges in civil aviation and novel military requirements. Go To Item